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HI HR13

HI HR13
Recognizing Dr. Amefil "amy" Agbayani For Her Unparalleled Dedication To Immigrant Rights, Advocacy For The Filipino Community, And Contributions To Shaping A More Inclusive And Equitable Society.


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Introduced
02/12/2025
In Committee
Crossed Over
Passed
02/12/2025
Dead
Signed/Enacted/Adopted
02/12/2025

Introduced Session

2025 Regular Session

Bill Summary

RESOLUTION recognizING DR. AMEFIL "AMY" AGBAYANI for her unparalleled dedication to immigrant rights, advocacy for the Filipino community, and contributions to shaping a more inclusive and equitable society.

AI Summary

This resolution recognizes Dr. Amefil "Amy" Agbayani, a Filipino immigrant and social justice advocate who has made significant contributions to immigrant rights and community empowerment in Hawai'i since arriving in 1964. The resolution highlights her groundbreaking work, including co-founding Operation Manong in 1972 to support and mentor Filipino immigrant students facing discrimination, leading FilCom CARES during the COVID-19 pandemic to provide essential healthcare resources to immigrant communities, and serving as the first chairwoman of the Hawai'i State Civil Rights Commission where she fought against workplace discrimination. The resolution also notes her national impact, including her appointment by President Biden to the President's Advisory Commission on Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders, where she addressed critical issues like anti-Asian hate, immigration reform, and economic equity. Through her lifelong efforts in education, advocacy, and civic engagement, Dr. Agbayani has not only uplifted the Filipino community but also played a crucial role in strengthening Hawai'i's multicultural identity and creating a more inclusive and equitable society.

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Last Action

Resolution adopted in final form. (on 02/12/2025)

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